Shewandagne Hailu is an Ethiopian saxophonist and composer who has been pushing the boundaries of Ethiopian jazz for decades. His music is a unique blend of traditional Ethiopian melodies and rhythms with modern jazz harmonies and improvisation. Hailu's saxophone playing is both virtuosic and soulful, and his compositions are often complex and challenging, yet always accessible and enjoyable. He has released a number of albums over the years, including "Skalegne," "Sitotash," and "Sik Alegn," all of which have been critically acclaimed.